Coverage dated October 14, 2026

After final debate, here’s where things stand in the race to become Maine’s next governor

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The 4 debates between Democrat Hannah Pingree, Republican Bobby Charles and independent Rick Bennett felt fairly repetitive and unlikely to drastically sway the race in which Pingree is the frontrunner.

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Bangor Daily News
Live updates: Maine’s gubernatorial candidates meet for final debate (opens Bangor Daily News)
Published Oct 14, 2026
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Democrat Hannah Pingree, Republican Bobby Charles and independent Rick Bennett meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday in a debate hosted by WMTW.
Bangor Daily News
Watch live: Maine’s final gubernatorial debate (opens Bangor Daily News)
Published Oct 14, 2026
Bangor Daily News's feed description
The 8 p.m. Wednesday debate is hosted by WMTW.
Portland Press Herald
After final debate, here’s where things stand in the race to become Maine’s next governor (opens Portland Press Herald)
Published Oct 14, 2026
Portland Press Herald's feed description
The 4 debates between Democrat Hannah Pingree, Republican Bobby Charles and independent Rick Bennett felt fairly repetitive and unlikely to drastically sway the race in which Pingree is the frontrunner.